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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the transaxle. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION REMOVAL & INSTALLATION in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
  2. Use the J 37096  to secure the flywheel in order to prevent the crankshaft from rotating.
    Fig 1: Installing Flywheel Holder To Secure Flywheel
    G02083697Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Loosen the 8 engine flywheel bolts.
  4. Remove 7 of the 8 engine flywheel bolts, leaving one bolt at the top of the crankshaft rotation.
  5. Firmly grasp the engine flywheel and remove the remaining bolt. Do not drop the engine flywheel when removing the final bolt.
  6. Remove the engine flywheel.
    Fig 2: Removing Engine Flywheel
    G02083698Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.